A “mommy makeover” is a popular term that refers to a combination of cosmetic procedures aimed at restoring or enhancing a woman’s body post-pregnancy. The goal is to address the physical changes that occur due to pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.
Types of Mommy Makeover Procedures
Breast Augmentation: This procedure involves the use of implants or fat transfer to increase breast size or restore breast volume lost after weight reduction or pregnancy.
Breast Lift (Mastopexy): A breast lift raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast contour.
Breast Reduction: For women who experience discomfort due to overly large breasts, a breast reduction can alleviate pain and create a more proportionate figure.
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): This procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while restoring weakened or separated muscles, creating a smoother and firmer abdominal profile.
Liposuction: Liposuction targets stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise, sculpting areas such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, arms, or back.
Buttock Augmentation: Often referred to as a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), this procedure enhances the size and shape of the buttocks using fat transfer techniques.
Vaginal Rejuvenation: This includes procedures like labiaplasty or vaginoplasty aimed at improving the appearance or function of the vaginal area.
Mini Mommy Makeover
A mini mommy makeover typically involves fewer procedures than a full mommy makeover and focuses on specific areas of concern. It might include:
- A mini tummy tuck combined with liposuction.
- Breast lift without augmentation.
- Non-surgical treatments like laser therapy for skin tightening or stretch mark reduction.
This option is ideal for women who have experienced less dramatic changes post-pregnancy or prefer a quicker recovery time with less extensive surgery.
Full Mommy Makeover
A full mommy makeover is more comprehensive and may include multiple procedures performed simultaneously to address various areas of concern:
- Combination of breast augmentation with lift
- Full tummy tuck with extensive liposuction
- Additional procedures like thigh lift or arm lift if needed
- Vaginal aesthetic such as labiaplasty, vaginoplasty or both
The full mommy makeover is tailored to achieve significant transformation, often requiring more recovery time but yielding dramatic results.